Course Code: REL-RTS-0-ECIAFB
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Recognize common impairments of the ankle and foot and their functional impact.
Identify standardized assessments and evaluation techniques for the ankle and foot.
Outline:
Section 1: Common Ankle and Foot Conditions
Anatomy
Ankle and Foot Biomechanics
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Structure of the Foot and Ankle
Ankle and Rearfoot Conditions
Midfoot and Plantar Foot Conditions
Forefoot Conditions
Dana
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Evaluation
Observation
Gait
Palpation, ROM, and Strength
Special Tests
Functional Assessment
Review
Treatment Plan
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
ReferencesSubject Matter Expert: Tara Caberwal, PT, DPT
Dr. Caberwal is a graduate of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in St. Augustine, FL, and currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Campbell University in Buies-Creek, NC. She is certified in orthopaedic manual therapy (COMT) and manual therapy certified (MTC). She is also a board-certified clinical specialist in orthopaedic physical therapy (OCS). Her primary clinical practice involves working with active duty military in Fort Bragg, NC. In 2019, she graduated from Andrews University post-professional program with a Doctor of Science in Physical Therapy (DScPT) and completed her manual therapy fellowship through the North American Institute of Orthopaedic Manual Therapy (NAIOMT) in 2022.
Writer: Nicole Fogarty, PT, DPT
Nicole Fogarty holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Northeastern University. She has experience treating patients with cardiopulmonary, orthopedic, and neurological impairments in the inpatient setting. She also has experience in outpatient orthopedics. She has additional training in medical screening, lumbopelvic examination and treatment, and treatment of patients with cardiopulmonary diseases. Nicole enjoys using her clinical experience and interest in current rehabilitation research as a Physical Therapy writer for Relias.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Basic level Physical Therapist; in the following settings: Rehabilitation Settings.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.